Diuretics (water pills) -- Because stinging nettle can act as a diuretic, it can increase the effects of these drugs, raising the risk of dehydration:

Furosemide (Lasix)

Hydrocholorothiazide

Drugs for diabetes -- Stinging nettle may lower blood sugar, so it could make the effects of these drugs stronger, raising the risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar).

Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) -- In a scientific study of patients with acute arthritis, stewed stinging nettle leaves enhanced the anti-inflammatory effect of diclofenac, an NSAID. Although the effect can reduce pain, you should talk to your doctor before taking or using stinging nettle if you also take NSAIDs.

Drug Interactions

Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)

Alternative Names

Nettle; Stinging Nettle; Urtica dioica; Urtica urens

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